Joshua Bamiloye Responds to Claims Against Mount Zion Films
Joshua Mike‑Bamiloye, son of Mount Zion Films founder Mike Bamiloye, has rebutted accusations that the ministry’s productions portray Yoruba culture and spirituality in a negative light. The criticism emerged after an 𝕏 user, Ifẹ́ṣọlá, argued that the films have long depicted Yoruba traditions as evil while promoting Christianity as the superior belief system.
Clarifying Mount Zion’s Stance on Yoruba Culture
Joshua insisted that the ministry does not attack Yoruba heritage. Instead, it celebrates many facets of the culture — language, proverbs, colours, and royal regalia — that are regularly featured in its movies.
Example of the Abejoye Character
He cited the popular character Abejoye as proof. Although Abejoye becomes a born‑again Christian, he continues to speak fluent Yoruba, bow before his king, and drop proverbs that resonate with elders. According to Joshua, the Gospel did not erase his culture; it simply placed Jesus on the throne of his heart.
Rejection of the “Foreign Religion” Narrative
Joshua also dismissed the notion that Mount Zion presents Christianity as a foreign force opposed to Yoruba spirituality. He described the recurring critique as “stupid, tired propaganda” and emphasized that the ministry frames its stories as a battle between Light and Darkness — a conflict that has no nationality.
He noted that less than 30 % of Mount Zion’s of the ministry’s over 200 films are set in traditional contexts, arguing that the criticism relies on a small portion of the catalogue viewed through a lens of cultural grievance rather than factual analysis.
Call to Watch the Full Films and Upcoming Release
Joshua urged skeptics to watch the complete movies from start to finish before forming judgments. He highlighted the upcoming release AGBARA NLA, scheduled for October 1, 2026, and reminded audiences that “the name of Jesus is still above every other name, in 1993 and in 2026.”
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